Russian Federation visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Vietnameses visiting Russian Federation

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Russian Visa.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended entry  date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form. 
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken on a white background.
  • A travel document which includes valid identification. 
  • A proof of financial support is required.
  • A proof of accommodation whether with a host or at a hotel. 
  • A copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of travel itinerary with up-to-date flight exit and entry dates. 

Russian Federation Visa for Vietnameses

Facts about Russian Federation

Despite the bureaucracy and occasional discomfort and inconvenience, tourists will find their visit to Russia worthwhile. The hospitality shown by Russians is the first thing that will blow your mind on arrival. Tourists are spoilt for choice of mountains and resorts to go skiing, trekking, and hiking, there is also the option of scaling over an active volcano. The great options available is sure to make you feel like your vacation doesn’t end. Travelers who enjoy the nightlife are sure to relish the experience of the vodka-fueled Russian nightlife.
 
The rich cultural heritage and natural variety in Russia make the country rank among the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The country presently has 23 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and many more which are still in consideration. The country had an all-time high of 33 million foreign tourists in 2013 which made it the seventh-most visited country in Europe and the ninth-most visited in the world.
 
Nationals of CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) member states, most Latin American countries, Israel, and South Africa can visit Russia without a visa for a period of 90 days. South Koreans can visit without a visa for 60 days while tourists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cuba, Laos, Macau, Macedonia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Serbia, Seychelles, and Thailand can visit for 30 days without a visa.

Types of Russian Federation Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 8 days to 10 days 30 days
Business visa 14 days 90 days 1
Student visa 10 days more than 90 days
Work visa 20 days one year

General Requirements for Russian Federation Visa

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended entry  date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form. 
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken on a white background.
  • A travel document which includes valid identification. 
  • A proof of financial support is required.
  • A proof of accommodation whether with a host or at a hotel. 
  • A copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of travel itinerary with up-to-date flight exit and entry dates. 

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Russian Federation Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourists who plan to tour  Russia  need a tourist visa.
  • The tourist visa can be issued on a  single-entry basis. 
  • The visa is valid for 30 days.
  • Travellers gaining entry into Russia through a cruise need proof of travel confirmation from a Russian travel company to go ashore.
  • Holders of this visa type are allowed  private visits to a resident in Russia 
  • Holders of this visa are not authorized to work or study. 
  • An invitation from a host residing in Russia or from a Russian organization is needed. If invited by an organization, it is necessary that they must have been registered with the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • A cover letter which has the name of the applicant the same way it appears on the passport should be submitted. This letter should also contain other details about the intended trip such as date of departure to and from Russia and a list of all the cities to be visited.
  • As a tourist visa applicant you will need this type of visa; 
  • An original passport with at least 2 blank visa-designated pages (passport must be valid for at least 6 months after intended departure date from Russia).
  • One 35mm x 45 mm passport-size photo signed on the back.
  • A letter from the tour company or cruise line confirming you are travelling with a tour group should be submitted.
  • A confirmation of hotel arrangements from an authorized Russian travel company, or directly from a Russian hotel, should be presented by lone travellers. 
  • Payments during the visa application process should be made by money order or cashier’s check (not cash).
  • Vaccinations against measles, polio, diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis are necessary before you can gain entry into Russia.
  • Photographs and printed matter directed against the Russian Federation is prohibited. 
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an international  veterinary passport or veterinarian health certificate. 
  • Import of local currency(Russian Rouble-RUB) and foreign currencies have no restrictions. 
  • Written declaration is required for import of amounts over 3,000. 

Russian Federation Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Any foreign student who wants  to take up a program of study in one of the institutions of learning in Russia need to apply for a student visa. 
  • The visa is valid for one year  and be extended to cover the duration of the study.
  • Visa extensions can be done at the local division of the Federal Migration Service of the Russian Federation (FMS of Russia).
  • Before applying for this visa, ensure that you have been offered admission to the school of your choice in Russia.
  • The following documents are required during the visa application process:
  • An official letter from the Russian university, institute or college confirming applicant has been admitted and is allowed to attend lectures.
  • Previous educational certificates from past institutions attended.
  • A proof that tuition fees has been paid.
  • A copy of HIV test result which must be certified at the local office of the secretary of your state and translated into Russian.
  • Student visa Applicants should have at least 325,425 RUB (USD 5,000) per year to cover all stay expenses in Russia.
  • If you intend to work part-time as a student, you will require a work permit from the Federal Migration Service (FMS). The cost of a work permit for those on a Russian study visa is RUB 3,500 (USD 60).
  •  A certified document that shows that the applicants are in prefect shape should  be presented.

Russian Federation Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Russia business visa allows business-inclined individuals to partake in business activities while in Russia.
  • Business visas can be applied on a single or double entry and multiple entry basis. 
  • Single- or double-entry allows its holders to stay in Russia for up to 3 months.
  • Multiple-entry is valid for up to 1 year or up to 3 years in some cases.
  • The number of entries allowed depends on the applicant's specific travel conditions.
  • The complete term of stay in Russia on a business visa should not exceed 90 days on a single visit within 180 days.
  • Business visas are extendable. But only in exceptional cases (such as a serious illness). Note that an extension can only be granted on the request of your visa sponsor/host.
  • Visas are granted approval by either the Interior Ministry of the Russian Federation or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Your employer in Vietnam  is required to provide a letter which states that he or she is aware of your business leave. The 
  • Position you hold in the company and how long you have been employed for should also be stated in the letter.
  • Foreigners coming to Russia as official speakers at a conference will also need to secure a business visa.
  • Applicants are to provide bank statements which proves that they can spend £100 daily for their entire stay in the Russian Federation.
  • An HIV test is usually required during the business visa application process.

Russian Federation Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners can apply for a work visa if they intend to work in Russia.
  • The employing company has to send you an invitation letter which is to be provided at the embassy.
  • You need a travel insurance which valid for the duration of your stay.  
  • You are expected to apply for a work permit. 
  • The Russian work visa can be applied for on two type of basis; single and multiple entry. 
  • The single entry is  issued by the Russian Consulate on the basis of Work Visa Invitation (which is issued on the basis of work permit).
  • While the multiple entry is reissued on the basis of a single-entry visa at the local office of the Russian Migration police for the period of validity of work permit (no more than 1 year). 
  • Documents showing your profession and the type of work you intend doing in Russia is required. 
  • To extend your work visa or get a new multiple entry basis work visa it is not necessary to leave Russia.

Russian Federation Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

140.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Student visa

70.00 (USD)

Work visa

1270.00 (USD)

Russian Federation Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Vietnam

Location

Address

Hanoi

191, La Thanh Street Hanoi Vietnam

www.vietnam.mid.ru

rusemb.vietnam@mid.ru

(+84) 24 3833 6991

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Russia?

The best time to visit Russia is from mid-May through to September. It is cold during May, and more difficult and very few visitors visit; June is a little warmer but still with few visitors; July and August is the peak season with warmer weather; September is also a nice time of year with fewer visitors and still warm but slightly more temperamental conditions.

What is the average time zone difference from Vietnam to Russia?

Vietnam is four hours ahead of Russia.

Where can I stay in Russia?

Moscow is one of the best places to stay in Russia.  Moscow is the capital city of Russia, and houses art galleries, museums, clubs and restaurants.  

What is the currency acceptable in Russia?

The best currency to take to Russia is either the US dollar or the Euro.a